Educational Specialist

University-of-Hawaii-System; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Specialist at University of Hawai'i, College of Education, will drive statewide recruitment, outreach, and communications for emergency HIDOE hires and other personnel. The role supports prospective students, oversees admissions procedures, and promotes COE programs through multiple channels.

The incumbent collaborates with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs to build pipelines, advise applicants, and monitor program data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field and 3 years of progressive professional experience in student support or project management.
• Broad knowledge of student support and project management concepts, practices and theories.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, and theories related to student support and project management.
• Ability to resolve complex problems using creative reasoning and timely solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to travel to school sites including neighbor islands and work evenings/weekends when needed.

Responsibilities

• Conceives, plans, and directs recruitment, outreach, and communication plans statewide for emergency hires and HIDOE personnel.
• Develops and maintains relationships with HIDOE administrators to identify teaching workforce needs in Hawai‘i.
• Maintain familiarity with COE teacher preparation programs to assist prospective students with program choice and admissibility.
• Develops and disseminates marketing materials promoting COE programs through electronic, print, and social media channels.
• Advise and counsel prospective post-baccalaureate students regarding admission, financial aid, and program requirements.
• Guide applicants through enrollment, maintaining ongoing communication to support completion and admission.
• Monitor and report post-baccalaureate certificate program data to inform recruitment strategies for targeted populations.
• Represent the College at statewide recruitment events and cultivate partnerships with HIDOE stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

K-12 teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Educational Specialist (0097630T) | University of Hawai'i page has loaded.

2026-02221

Department

University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Education

10/15/2026

Closing Date

10/29/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

0097630T

Description

Title: Educational Specialist

Position Number: 0097630T

Hiring Unit: College of Education / Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

Other Conditions: Special funds. Appointment to begin November 2026 or soon thereafter. Renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance, department needs, and availability of funds. The selectee must successfully pass a criminal background check and fulfill all mandatory training and compliance requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• * Conceives, plans, and directs the development and implementation of recruitment, outreach, and communication plans targeting emergency hires and other Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) personnel (e.g., Educational Assistants (EA), substitute teachers, and Part-time Teachers (PTT)) statewide, in collaboration with the COE Associate Dean and COE Recruitment Specialist.
• Develops and maintains relationships with HIDOE administrators and leadership to identify and monitor the evolving needs of the teaching workforce in Hawai`i.
• * Maintain familiarity with COE teacher preparation programs at the post-baccalaureate and master's degree levels to provide information and support to prospective students on program selection, fit and admissibility.
• Develops and disseminates marketing and informational materials promoting COE's post-baccalaureate certificate teacher preparation programs through electronic, print, and social media channels to reach HIDOE personnel and the general public.
• * Advise and counsel prospective post-baccalaureate students, through in-person, telephone, and email communications, regarding admission requirements and processes, financial aid and stipend opportunities, COE's programs and services, and pathways and requirements for obtaining teacher licensure.
• Advise and guide applicants throughout the enrollment process, maintaining ongoing communication to support application completion, resolve questions or barriers, and facilitate program admission.
• * Manage, monitor, analyze, and report post-baccalaureate certificate program application and admission data; evaluate trends and outcomes to inform and enhance recruitment and admissions strategies for targeted populations.
• * Represent the College at statewide recruitment events to promote post-baccalaureate certificate programs and attract a highly qualified and diverse applicant pool; establish and strengthen recruitment pipelines and cultivate strategic partnerships with HIDOE stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in education or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for student support and/or project management; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
• Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of student support and/or project management as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with student support and/or project management.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
• If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
• K-12 teaching experience.
• Ability to travel to school/project sites, including neighbor islands, and work occasional evenings or weekends for project-related activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize workload, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a high-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, initiative, confidentiality, and sound judgment when working with project personnel, school/community partners, and sensitive information.
• Ability to travel independently to various geographical locations in a timely manner. Requirement may be fulfilled by a valid Hawaii Driver's license (Class 3), comparable driver's license, or other means of transportation that meets position needs.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Teacher preparation and/or experiences in Education.
• Knowledge of Hawaii teacher licensure requirements.
• Knowledge of COE teacher licensure programs.
• Experience as a Hawaii classroom teacher.
• Professional experience in marketing, enrollment management, or recruitment.
• Background in collecting, analyzing, and preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries.

Inquiries: Cecily Ornelles, [e-mail]

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

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